Disco Elysium: The Final Cut

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1039 Ratings

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  1. Name
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    Still one of the best rpgs ever created, but now its more accessible. .
  2. JimERustler
    May 7, 2021
    0
    The developers are more interested in making a tired, safe political statement than an actual fun game.
  3. able_to_think
    Apr 5, 2021
    0
    Communist propaganda garbage. Not worth playing. Glad Steam has a refund policy.
  4. MNecromancer
    Aug 14, 2022
    10
    I'm reading through some of these negative reviews and honestly, the people just feel dumb to me. So many people feel like the game is politically preachy, but it presents each branch completely neutrally. Each branch has an aesthetic, but clearly you're not meant to think one of them is RIGHT. They're projecting. It seems like some of these **** just seem to think that French is gay.

    I    I'm reading through some of these negative reviews and honestly, the people just feel dumb to me. So many people feel like the game is politically preachy, but it presents each branch completely neutrally. Each branch has an aesthetic, but clearly you're not meant to think one of them is RIGHT. They're projecting. It seems like some of these **** just seem to think that French is gay.

    I mean, I get it if you don't love reading in your games, but it's no Planescape Torment, it's not DENSE with text. And the text there IS is gorgeous. Cannot recommend this highly enough.

    I'm sure there are some valid criticisms. I just haven't seen them yet.    … Expand
  5. mosherpe
    Oct 5, 2021
    5
    The game's strengths come from the intrigue of solving its mysteries: a murder case alongside a search for identity in a detailed, crafted universe. However the excitement is bogged down in mundane, boring side missions which, depending on your character build, are jammed down your throat. The game's art style is beautiful, but wears off quickly as you realize there is little under theThe game's strengths come from the intrigue of solving its mysteries: a murder case alongside a search for identity in a detailed, crafted universe. However the excitement is bogged down in mundane, boring side missions which, depending on your character build, are jammed down your throat. The game's art style is beautiful, but wears off quickly as you realize there is little under the surface. Load times on the PS4 are abysmal. Disco Elysium's strengths are undermined by these flaws which make the game boring and frustrating.… Expand
  6. shoutsatpigeons
    Jan 18, 2022
    10
    One of the most unique and best written games ever made. I feel nostalgia for the characters weeks after playing it.
  7. kimbeeeer
    Oct 2, 2022
    10
    It's hard to describe the amount of praise I want to give this game, so I'll just call it beautiful, hilarious and tender. Those three words come up closest to heart when I think of it. Makes you laugh, then reflect on its greater loudness and length compared to how other games make you laugh. This comes at the cost of making you cry at various points as well.
  8. Daisuk
    May 27, 2021
    8
    The writing, the story, the world building and the voice acting in this game are just sublime - it sets a completely new standard for video games, in my opinion. The inner dialogue and subconsciousness constantly chattering away and giving you good or bad advice based on your stats are a thing of beauty. Very original, and a joy to explore. All the characters in the game are interestingThe writing, the story, the world building and the voice acting in this game are just sublime - it sets a completely new standard for video games, in my opinion. The inner dialogue and subconsciousness constantly chattering away and giving you good or bad advice based on your stats are a thing of beauty. Very original, and a joy to explore. All the characters in the game are interesting and well designed (Klaasje a personal favorite), the music score gives off strong Twin Peaks soundtrack vibes, which obviously isn't a bad thing.

    There are quite a few negatives as well though - the story drags out a bit too much at times, and wandering around the relatively big map is a bit of a drag at times - it can be hard to get an overview of where you have been and where you haven't. Fast travel is unreliable at best, and for large parts of the game simply doesn't work. I also expected the choices you took in the game to have much more of an impact on what happened to you in the game, but the rather large dialogue trees pretty much lets you get away with saying anything to anyone, and you'll often find yourself just exhausting every option just to progress (and sometimes you have to). This was the biggest letdown of the game for me, having read much about the game beforehand about how much the choices you took impacted the game. It really doesn't.

    Overall though, a very original game that I'd easily recommend to anyone into RPGs or point n' click or murder mystery games. Brilliant writing.    … Expand
  9. TEG_17
    Apr 17, 2022
    9
    Довольно уникальный опыт, по сути это такая новелла с элементами РПГ и детектива. Очень интересно и необычно.
  10. BeardedBambi
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    Big fan of combat based games, like FromSoft titles, God of War, basically any action RPG. So when I first saw this, I thought it wasn’t for me, thought it was some overrated indie game. Then I played and think the exact opposite that it beats out GoW(2018) as my favorite game of all time. The story, the characters, everything about it is a masterpiece. I don’t usually do these reviews soBig fan of combat based games, like FromSoft titles, God of War, basically any action RPG. So when I first saw this, I thought it wasn’t for me, thought it was some overrated indie game. Then I played and think the exact opposite that it beats out GoW(2018) as my favorite game of all time. The story, the characters, everything about it is a masterpiece. I don’t usually do these reviews so that says a lot.… Expand
  11. Senn4237
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    A revolutionary CRPG that will make you question what video games can be as an art form.
  12. Ash23Neuro
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Absolute masterpiece of PC RPG game. If you want dive into psychology of character you shape through the game, don't hesitate and give it a try.
  13. Sisyphus69
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Communist propaganda garbage. Totally worth playing. Glad Steam let me finish this.
  14. Sparky1Up
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played and the pinnacle of the term "Role Playing". Your character is a blank slate, chose how much of a maniac or how genuinely "lost at sea" you want him to be. The dialogue and actions you can take in this had me laughing all the way through. Easiest 10/10 I will ever give.
  15. CiphirSol
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    Take a great game, give it more polish. Make it perfection. MUST. GIVE. TEN.

    Come at me 0/10 reviewers, "I gave up in the middle because the story was boring" Sounds like you're "loose and falling asleep", go try some Lexapro or something because you sound depressed mate.
  16. DRMSUX
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece, Obra prima, 杰作, Obra Maestra, 걸작, Chef-d'œuvre, Meisterstück, Шедевр.

    In all languages ​​present in their first game being a small studio. Thank you ZAUM Studios.
  17. Roorm
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    One of the best scripts I've ever read. Well written, with political overtones and high-quality voice acting. The best RPG in the last ten years.
  18. D99
    Apr 14, 2021
    10
    This game was the one of the best games i ever played in my life... it was a such a unique experience and i don't think there will be a any game like this ever again
  19. Badass_Bard
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Bar none the best RPG I've ever played. If you don't mind reading you should get it asap.
  20. Blenanas
    May 18, 2021
    10
    One of the best, if not the best RPG of all time. The negative reviews are absurd so if you want a really fun time, go read some of those after you've played the game :)
  21. B-Bog
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    INCREDIBLE game. Haven't really played anything like it before. It's like a mix of top-down RPG and point-and-click adventure. Most of the appeal here comes from the lore, characters, writing, story, and dialogue. It's almost a little like those choose-your-own-adventure books. Longer play-sessions can get a little fatiguing because it's a lot of reading and decision-making, but that,INCREDIBLE game. Haven't really played anything like it before. It's like a mix of top-down RPG and point-and-click adventure. Most of the appeal here comes from the lore, characters, writing, story, and dialogue. It's almost a little like those choose-your-own-adventure books. Longer play-sessions can get a little fatiguing because it's a lot of reading and decision-making, but that, along with some minor glitches, are really the only gripes I have with the game.

    If you're open to a new and innovative RPG experience that doesn't involve combat (for the most part) and instead tickles your brain, get this ASAP.    … Expand
  22. donkorleone
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Really good game. I enjoyed it a lot. Excellent creations of the devs. definitely a buy
  23. Hecker
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    one of the best rpgs I've played in the last decade its definitely not for everyone but it is definitely the game for me
  24. A-duck
    Jul 15, 2021
    7
    Decent game. But not sure what i walked into and was getting kind of bored by the inner monologue all the time after a few hours. Do NOT expect any action or great mechanics in this game. Do expect interesting dialog (and monologues), a weird and exciting alternate universe and some good voice acting.
  25. Hagakuree
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Necesitamos más juegos así, están hecho con mucho detalle y cariño, no es un juego para correr, si no pars disfrutar de la aventura.
  26. Combiner
    May 8, 2021
    10
    Very good game become even better with The Final Cut !
    All the voicing is great.
  27. charlyhinoise
    May 29, 2021
    10
    I'm not into point-and-click adventures. Despite good intentions, they often end up feeling like a contrived puzzle, predictable and rote. So it was only because of some some good reviews and a discount that I took the chance and dove in (final cut edition, with full voice acting on all dialogue)—and came away overwhelmed. Disco Elysium is a uniquely sumptuous, rich, organic, funny, andI'm not into point-and-click adventures. Despite good intentions, they often end up feeling like a contrived puzzle, predictable and rote. So it was only because of some some good reviews and a discount that I took the chance and dove in (final cut edition, with full voice acting on all dialogue)—and came away overwhelmed. Disco Elysium is a uniquely sumptuous, rich, organic, funny, and human experience. The writing is stellar — far beyond what's usual for games, definitely literature territory. Fantastic as the imaginary world of Revachol is, the people and conversations are real and alive. A++ world building, wonderful art and graphics. A definite masterpiece and personal GOTY material without a doubt.… Expand
  28. Castrolias
    May 26, 2021
    10
    Up there with the best games ever made. If the vanilla version was a 9, the final cut is without a doubt a 10. Deep, engaging, entertaining and beautiful.
  29. ginalx
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    An interactive book with interesting ideas, touching politics and psychology among other things. Many different choices add a great amount of replay value.

    Keep in mind, this game is all about reading and the writing is really good and engaging. I can't imagine myself missing on this experience.
  30. Jack0980988098
    May 21, 2021
    10
    One of the best art styles I've seen. The game is a dialog-based RPG and gives plenty of details awaiting for gamers to seek.
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97

Universal acclaim - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  1. GameGrin
    Oct 15, 2021
    100
    Traversing the mind of your character is as much a plot as the case you’re trying to solve, and once you’re immersed into the world of Revachol, you’ll be struggling to leave.
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  2. Shindig
    Jun 18, 2021
    100
    Disco Elysium – The Final Cut is something rare. It’s a re-issued version of an already-beloved game, that manages to eclipse the source material through clever and thoughtful additions that maximise one of the game’s most beautiful assets: its prose. But more than that, it’s the only CRPG that can truly claim to emulate the tabletop experience—not through adherence to statistics or rules or character sheets, but through the simple act of asking questions, and thoughtfully incorporating the answers.
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  3. TrueGaming
    Apr 28, 2021
    95
    Disco Elysium has a distinctive quality to its narrative, whether it's the interesting history of its world, or the mysteries surrounding the investigation, not to mention the depth and uniqueness of the many characters. It's one of the greatest story-driven experiences we've ever seen.
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